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| Operated by | Vehicle type | Departure time | Departure location | Trip duration | Arrival time | Arrival location | Recommended | Price and booking link |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 | Rotterdam Bus Stop | Cologne / Bonn Airport Busterminal CGN Airport | Cheapest | |||||
 | Rotterdam Bus Stop | Terminál 2 | Fastest | |||||
 | Rotterdam Centraal Station | Cologne/Bonn Airport | No tags | |||||
Flixbus + Flixtrain | Rotterdam CS | Hbf | No tags | |||||
 | Rotterdam CS | Flughafen Köln/Bonn Airport (CGN) | No tags |
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Compare 3 ways to go from Rotterdam to Cologne
Among the sustainable travel choices, the carpool stands out as a good way to reach Cologne. The journey takes about 2 hours 50 minutes, and with fares starting at just $24, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
Where are the popular stops in Rotterdam and Cologne?
Stops in Rotterdam
- A
Rotterdam Bushaltestelle
Conradstraat 52, 3013 AR Stadscentrum - B
Busstation Rotterdam Centraal
Conradstraat 9, 3013 AN Stadscentrum, Netherlands - C
Weena - Rotterdam
Karel Doormanstraat 8, 3012 GJ Rotterdam, Netherlands - D
Willemsplein 0 - Rotterdam
Willemsplein 1-14, 3016 DR Rotterdam, Netherlands - E
Rosestraat 1101
Rosestraat 1101, 3071 AL Rotterdam, Netherlands - F
Weena
Weena 679, 3013 AM Rotterdam, Netherlands
Stops in Cologne
- BBahnsteig Gleis 2 + 3, 50667 Köln, Germany
- CGummersbacher Str. 31, 50679 Köln, Germany
- D
Riehl Zoo
Riehler Str. 168, 50735 Köln, Germany - E
Leverkusen Mitte
Heinrich-von-Stephan-Straße, 51373 Leverkusen - F
Rhein Energie Stadion
Cologne,, Germany
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Frequently asked questions about travelling from Rotterdam to Cologne by bus
Please note that schedules, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or vary at the time of your trip.
How much is the bus ticket from Rotterdam to Cologne?
The cheapest bus tickets from Rotterdam to Cologne start from $22. The average price for this route is around $41. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.
How long is the bus ride from Rotterdam to Cologne?
The average bus travel time from Rotterdam to Cologne is 5h 50m, covering a distance of 201 km. The quickest bus can get you there in 4h 15m and is operated by Union Ivkoni.
Which bus companies service the Rotterdam to Cologne route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 6 buses available per day, including services from FlixBus, BlaBlaCar Bus, Union Ivkoni, RegioJet.
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the bus from Rotterdam to Cologne?
The earliest bus departs from Rotterdam to Cologne at 5:20am. And the latest bus departs at 10:15pm.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Rotterdam to Cologne?
A bus trip from Rotterdam to Cologne generates an estimated 5 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and a mode of travel recommended by Busbud.
What is the best bus company from Rotterdam to Cologne?
According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated bus company on this route is RegioJet, with an average rating of 4.1 out of 5 stars based on 1058 reviews.
Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Rotterdam to Cologne?
Based on Busbud reviews, the bus company RegioJet has the highest Wi-Fi rating with a score of 3.8.
Which bus company has the best on-time performance from Rotterdam to Cologne?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most punctual bus company on this route is RegioJet, with a punctuality rating of 3.9 out of 5 stars.
Which bus company has the cleanest buses from Rotterdam to Cologne?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the bus company with the cleanest buses on this route is RegioJet, with a cleanliness rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars.
Find cheapest prices for buses
Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.
The cheapest trip from Rotterdam to Cologne was searched and found on Dec 8, 2025 with a price of $22To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from Rotterdam to Cologne, as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from $22 to $153 for a bus ticket from Rotterdam to Cologne based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $22 which is on 2025-12-08.
Usually BlaBlaCar Bus will charge you higher prices for tickets closer to the departure date. To find the best prices, you should be flexible on your date of travel.
